Water Parks

Riverfront Waterpark Splash Pad

Name: Riverfront Waterpark Splash Pad
Address: Salem, OR 97301, Salem, OR, US
Telephone: (503) 588-6336
Rating: 4.5

★★★★☆ 4.5 (54 reviews)

📍 Salem, OR 97301

📞 (503) 588-6336

🌐 www.cityofsalem.net/community/things-to-do/recreation-sports-and-activities/camps-activities/play-in-park-spray-fountains

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–8 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–8 PM
Thursday	10 AM–8 PM
Friday	10 AM–8 PM
Saturday	10 AM–8 PM
Sunday	10 AM–8 PM

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About Riverfront Waterpark Splash Pad

Riverfront Waterpark Splash Pad is a water park in Salem, OR. Riverfront Waterpark Splash Pad offers completely free admission and parking, making it an accessible recreation option for Salem families. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54 visitors.

Quick Facts

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Riverfront Waterpark Splash Pad offers completely free admission and parking, making it an accessible recreation option for Salem families
⭐The splash pad is located adjacent to Salem's Riverfront Carousel, creating a combined family entertainment destination at the Riverfront City Park
⭐The park experiences consistently high attendance with reviewers noting it is 'generally always busy,' indicating it serves as a major family destination for the Salem area
⭐The splash pad's tree-lined setting creates shade but reduces water temperature in afternoon hours, affecting optimal visiting times

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Visit early in the day to avoid crowds. Reviews mention the park is generally always busy, making it better for people-watching than for a peaceful splash experience.
💡Arrive in the morning or early afternoon to ensure your kids stay warm. The splash pad is surrounded by trees that create shade in later hours, causing water to stay cold and making children uncomfortable (evidenced by 'little blue lips').
💬Take advantage of the free amenities: ample free parking, picnic tables, restrooms, and beautiful green grass. Pack a picnic lunch and make it a full afternoon outing without additional costs.
💡Combine your splash pad visit with Salem's carousel, which is located nearby within the same park complex, for a complete family entertainment experience.
💡Bring towels and plan for the shade to cool things down faster than at other parks. Know that afternoon shade coverage means you'll need to wrap up earlier than expected on sunny days.